Maccabiah
Maccabiah delay leaves teen competitors in limbo
The Maccabiah – often dubbed the “Jewish Olympics” – was set to be the largest in its 93-year history, with over 8,000 Jewish athletes from 55 countries slated to compete.
Time out: Israeli athletes, sports in limbo
Maccabiah Games postponed to 2026 in shadow of Israel's war with Iran
Maccabiah 2025 officially launches with festive kickoff in Ramat Gan
Maccabiah stars to shine at NYC’s Israel Day parade
An anticipated 120 athletes, staff, and other Maccabiah representatives, plus the M25 Maccabiah official presenters, will be on the float.
How Jewish athletes are preparing for the first Maccabiah since October 7
This summer’s Maccabiah Games mark Israel’s first major international event since Oct. 7, 2023, spotlighting Jewish unity, Israeli resilience, and the power of sport.
‘Excitement in the air!’ Team sports live draw held for Maccabiah
The draw included football, basketball, 3x3 basketball, and futsal, in addition to other group ball sports such as ice hockey, rugby, and baseball.
Maccabi World Union commemorates 93rd anniversary of first Maccabiah Games
The inaugural Maccabiah Games were organized to provide Jewish athletes, often excluded from international competition, with a platform to showcase their talents.
Maccabi World Union Congress kicks off celebration of sport, unity, Jewish identity
For the first time, “Maccabiah City” will be established – a massive sports festival in the heart of Tel Aviv, bringing the Maccabiah experience to all in Israel.
Nonprofits should be at the front line of forming a functioning society - opinion
When the political space is frequently divided, and at times even toxic and dysfunctional, nonprofits become even more integral to a functioning society.
Kfar Maccabiah Hotel: A look at the 'ultimate Zionist hotel' - review
You won’t find a jazzy, up-to-the-minute hotel here. The decorative style is retro, and the wooden furniture could use a touch-up, but what’s missing in sleek design is compensated for in space.
Maccabiah 2025 celebrates continued commitment to advancing women in sports
Over 3,200 women are expected to participate in this year’s Maccabiah, with the goal of full gender equality by 2029.
The Maccabiah: The ultimate meeting place between Israel and the diaspora
This summer’s Maccabiah Games may be the most meaningful ever.
8 candles, 80 opinions: The many meanings of an American Hanukkah - opinion
After October 7, Jews in America are more divided than ever.
'This year’s Maccabiah Games will be the largest gathering of Jews to Israel post-October 7'
Maccabi World Union President, Michael Siegal spoke at the Gala event on Monday evening launching the 2024 Jerusalem Post Summit in Miami.
